Procurement Category Manager

YOUR ROLE

Responsible for managing the procurement aspects of two high volume, high spend areas in the NA cluster: Warehouse consumables and IT. Warehouse consumables activities include sourcing, purchasing, leasing, rental, maintenance and disposal. IT responsibilities include working closely with the IT Department to source and execute IT hardware, software, maintenance and telecom purchases. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Evaluate existing and source new national, regional and local sourcing programs to cut cost, reduce downtime and improve service levels.

Negotiate a best-in-class pricing.

Perform audit and negotiating function on large dollar maintenance expenditures.

Create effective monthly MPG management reporting.

Source, negotiate and manage tire national account programs.

Maximize gains on the disposal of company assets by increasing the market size of potential buyers and by negotiating favorable pricing.

Enhance the asset management function through effective utilization monitoring and timely repositioning and disposal of surplus assets.

Support the BD and ZDS teams in efforts to secure new business or maintain existing accounts.

Establish key strategic relationships to leverage scale and provide competitive cost and service advantages.

Drive cost savings through operational control, best practices and asset utilization.

Ensure internal control and compliance with corporate purchasing policies and procedures (i.e., I-Procurement, AFE’s, AP audits and monitoring of authorization requests and supplier selection).

May initiate contract changes when required.

Serves as the point of contact for both internal customers and vendors.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Education and Experience

Minimum 5 years of operational and procurement experience.

Knowledge of high value negotiation and sourcing processes and methodologies.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering or related, preferred.

Skills

Strong financial understanding and fundamental knowledge of accounting and financial statements.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications.

Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.

Analytical, problem solver, self-starter, good communicator, leader, strong negotiation skills.

Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in demanding environments with tight deadlines.

Capable of communicating and relating to all levels of the organization verbally and in written form.

Travel Up to 10% as needed for site visits.

About Tomorrow We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

At CEVA we are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment.

We Offer

Competitive Compensation Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Continuing Education

CEVA is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Strategy/Planning, Business Development, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Manufacturing, and Retail

Toronto, Ontario, Canada CA$85,556.00-CA$106,945.00 1 month ago

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